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The Italian Wine Podcast is a storytelling project dedicated to the fascinating world of Italian wine. New episodes are published every day – so stay tuned! With more grape varieties and more diverse grape growing regions than any other country in the world, the story of Italian wine is a rich and captivating one. While the popularity of Italian wine continues to grow in every corner of the globe, inspired by a deep affection for the Italian way of life, the Italian Wine Podcast seeks to entertain, educate and inform. Embracing Italian food, travel, lifestyle and culture, IWP has something for every taste!
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  • Ep. 2672 From Michelin Kitchens to Kazakh Butchery & Italian Wines with Svetlana Khaninaeva | Asia Wine Market

    Ep. 2672 From Michelin Kitchens to Kazakh Butchery & Italian Wines with Svetlana Khaninaeva | Asia Wine Market
    May 2 2026
    Welcome to the Asia Wine Market and Episode 2672 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Roza Zharmukhambetova interviews Svetlana Khaninaeva, one of the few female butchers in the world, about her journey from Michelin-starred restaurants to butchery, the DNA of Kazakh cuisine, and the unique concept behind Kazmyaso. They also explore imposter syndrome in hospitality, the similarities between Italian and Kazakh food cultures, and pairing Italian wines with different types of meat. Key learning objectives: Understand Kazakh meat culture and dining habits: how local ingredients, cuts, and traditions shape the way wine should be positioned. Identify practical pairing strategies between Italian wines and Central Asian dishes (especially meat-driven cuisine). Learn how to localize Italian wine storytelling to resonate with Kazakh consumers through culture, hospitality, and food. Bonus: Svetlana’s favorite wine spots in Almaty: Agora Them More about today’s guest: As one of the few female butchers in the world, Svetlana has redefined Central Asian meat culture with Kazmyaso, the only restaurant in Central Asia with its own herd of Black Angus cattle. She has international training in butchering and charcuterie, including with Christian Puglisi at Relae (Copenhagen), Brad Farmerie at Saxon+Parole (New York), as well as at M25, the farm-to-table butchery in Tel Aviv. At Kazmyaso, Svetlana and her team handled everything from feed production to dry-aging, ensuring complete control over the process. The restaurant’s menu celebrated the richness of locally raised beef with dishes ranging from marrow bone tartare to dry-aged steaks and handcrafted charcuterie, including camel, horse, duck and other local meats. Svetlana is currently working on a new farm-to-table project focused on local meats and destined to redefine local steakhouse culture yet again, with plans to open in 2026. Svetlana also takes part in international events, including guest shifts around the world (Piano 35 1*, Atto di Vito Mollica 1*, Gucci Giardino, etc.). She is also a Tatler columnist, a TEDx and an UN Tourism Conference speaker. More about Svetlana: https://www.cibotoday.it/storie/svetlana-khaninaeva-chef-kazakistan.html Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/svetacooks/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/svetlanakhaninaeva/ More about the host: Roza Zharmukhambetova has a background in foreign languages and education. She discovered her passion for wine in Beijing, where she gained two years of experience in wine sales. Since returning to Kazakhstan, she has focused on studying Italian wine and exploring its regions. Roza holds certifications as an Italian Wine Ambassador (VIA), Italian Wine Scholar (WSG), Langhe Wines Ambassador (BBA), and Valpolicella Wine Specialist (VEP). She is also a member of the Kazakhstan Sommelier Association. Since the end of 2024, she has been a member of the Italian Wine Podcast (IWP) team, contributing her passion for Italian wine. Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/le_vin_en_rose/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rozazharmukhambetova/ _______________________________ Let's keep in touch! Follow Italian Wine Podcast on our social media channels: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/italianwinepodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ItalianWinePodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/italianwinepodcast Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mammajumboshrimp Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@mammajumboshrimp Until Next Time Cin Cin!
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    43 min
  • Ep. 2671 Bridging Italy and Chicago Through Wine: Inside Il Carciofo with Holly Stout | Next Generation

    Ep. 2671 Bridging Italy and Chicago Through Wine: Inside Il Carciofo with Holly Stout | Next Generation
    May 1 2026
    Welcome to the Next Generation and Episode 2571 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, McKenna Cassidy speaks with Holly Stout, assistant general manager at Il Carciofo, Chicago. From Michelin-starred roots at La Spiaggia to leading Il Carciofo, she shares how the new generation of hospitality is redefining wine, service, and connection, while staying grounded in what matters most: the guest experience. More about today’s guest: Located in the historic Fulton Market district of Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood, il Carciofo is a Roman Italian restaurant drawing inspiration from the restaurants and markets in one of Chef Joe's favorite cities, Rome. We offer a seasonal menu of elevated yet familiar Italian fare with traditional antipasti, Roman-style pizzas, hand-rolled pastas produced daily in a dedicated pasta lab and market-driven mains that highlight the season's bounty. Connect: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/holly-stout-a3598510b/ Website: https://www.ilcarciofochicago.com/about/ More about the host: McKenna found her love of wine while serving in a Napa Valley tasting room. She later graduated from the University of Notre Dame and pursued wine on the East Coast with E. & J. Gallo Winery. She has worked in wine distribution for restaurants and luxury retail stores for the past three years. Originally from Phoenix, Arizona, McKenna is a Certified Specialist of Wine (2021), Certified Sommelier (2022), and Italian Wine Ambassador (2023). She loves country swing dancing, hosting brunch parties, and sipping Italian wine. Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mckennacassidy/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mckenna-cassidy-cs-csw-66baa412b/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@mckennacassidy _______________________________ Let's keep in touch! Follow Italian Wine Podcast on our social media channels: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/italianwinepodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ItalianWinePodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/italianwinepodcast Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mammajumboshrimp Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@mammajumboshrimp If you feel like helping us, donate here: https://www.italianwinepodcast.com/donate-to-show/ Until next time, Cin Cin!
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    28 min
  • Ep. 2670 Alberto Rivera IWA interviews Giacomo Bartolommei of Consorzio del Vino Brunello di Montalcino | Clubhouse Ambassadors' Corner

    Ep. 2670 Alberto Rivera IWA interviews Giacomo Bartolommei of Consorzio del Vino Brunello di Montalcino | Clubhouse Ambassadors' Corner
    Apr 30 2026
    Welcome to Clubhouse Ambassadors’ Corner and Episode 2670 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Alberto Rivera IWA interviews Giacomo Bartolommei of the Consorzio del Vino Brunello di Montalcino. These sessions are recorded from Clubhouse and reproduced here for the Italian Wine Podcast. Key Learning Objectives: Discover the generational shift in Montalcino. Understand how Montalcino is redefining its identity and communication. Explore key challenges: wine tourism, climate change, and appellation evolution. More about today’s host: Alberto Rivera is an Italian Wine Ambassador and Langhe Wine Ambassador based in Mexico, specializing in Italian wine education and consultancy. After serving as a diplomat at the Mexican Embassy in Japan, he transitioned into the wine industry, developing private collections and hosting curated tastings for a discerning clientele. He later became Italian Wine Director for a Latin American online platform, where he lectured on Italian wine and its cultural context. A graduate of the Wine Scholar Guild’s Italian program and a certified Italian Wine Ambassador through the Vinitaly International Academy, Alberto now consults for Italian-focused restaurants in northern Mexico, curating wine lists that showcase the diversity and heritage of Italy’s wine regions. Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/somm.albertorivera/ More about today’s guest: Class of 1991, Giacomo Bartolommei is the youngest president in the history of the Brunello di Montalcino Wine Consortium. Today he is a winemaker and export manager at Caprili, the family business founded in 1965 in the southwest area of the municipality of Montalcino. After studying Enology and Viticulture at the Ricasoli Agricultural Technical Institute in Siena, he officially joined Caprili in 2016, the year of his first harvest. In 2018, he earned a degree in Economics and Commerce from the University of Siena. He served as Vice President of the Consortium over the past three years. Connect: Website: https://www.instagram.com/brunellodimontalcino/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brunellodimontalcino/ _______________________________ Let's keep in touch! Follow Italian Wine Podcast on our social media channels: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/italianwinepodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ItalianWinePodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/italianwinepodcast Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mammajumboshrimp Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@mammajumboshrimp If you feel like helping us, donate here: https://www.italianwinepodcast.com/donate-to-show/ Until next time, Cin Cin! Follow Italian Wine Podcast for more great content – winery interviews from the Clubhouse sessions! Psssst…FYI, this show is our most popular show, find out why by tuning-in!
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    40 min
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